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Back·April 09, 2026·news.google.com

A French energy firm just switched on a massive solar plant to power a Rio Tinto mine in South Africa

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A French energy company has commissioned a massive solar power plant to supply electricity to Rio Tinto's mining operations in South Africa. The project represents a significant step toward increasing renewable energy adoption in the mining sector. The facility will contribute to Rio Tinto's carbon footprint reduction goals.

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